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OMB Control No:
3145-0019
ICR Reference No:
202303-3145-003
Status:
Historical Active
Previous ICR Reference No:
202105-3145-002
Agency/Subagency:
NSF
Agency Tracking No:
Title:
Survey of Earned Doctorates
Type of Information Collection:
Revision of a currently approved collection
Common Form ICR:
No
Type of Review Request:
Regular
OIRA Conclusion Action:
Approved with change
Conclusion Date:
05/12/2023
Retrieve Notice of Action (NOA)
Date Received in OIRA:
03/20/2023
Terms of Clearance:
This collection is approved for the 2024 survey cycle, including the proposed testing of sexual orientation and gender identity measures in the context of the SED, a survey in which data are given back to the academic institution. Given the concerns raised by cognitive interview participants about adding such measures in the context of the SED as well as the public’s interest in understanding whether there are differences in the educational experience of sexual and gender minorities, we look forward to further discussions with NCSES on how to meet data needs while respecting privacy concerns of respondents, informed by the results of this study. This approval is consistent with the NCSES commitment to brief OMB on the results and their implications before submitting its request for clearance for the subsequent cycle of data collection.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
Expiration Date
05/31/2026
36 Months From Approved
04/30/2024
Responses
53,060
0
35,667
Time Burden (Hours)
30,754
0
19,756
Cost Burden (Dollars)
1,193,094
0
715,502
Abstract:
The survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) is an annual census survey of all (approximately 35,680) individuals receiving research doctoral degrees from U.S. institutions. The results of the survey are widely used to assess trends in Ph.D. production and plans for employment. This information is vital for educational and labor force planners within the Federal Government and in academia and elsewhere.
Authorizing Statute(s):
US Code:
42 USC 1861 et seq.
Name of Law: The National Science Foundation
Citations for New Statutory Requirements:
None
Associated Rulemaking Information
RIN:
Stage of Rulemaking:
Federal Register Citation:
Date:
Not associated with rulemaking
Federal Register Notices & Comments
60-day Notice:
Federal Register Citation:
Citation Date:
87 FR 75670
12/09/2022
30-day Notice:
Federal Register Citation:
Citation Date:
88 FR 16672
03/20/2023
Did the Agency receive public comments on this ICR?
Yes
Number of Information Collection (IC) in this ICR:
2
IC Title
Form No.
Form Name
Institutional Contacts
Survey of Earned Doctorates
ICR Summary of Burden
Total Approved
Previously Approved
Change Due to New Statute
Change Due to Agency Discretion
Change Due to Adjustment in Estimate
Change Due to Potential Violation of the PRA
Annual Number of Responses
53,060
35,667
0
17,393
0
0
Annual Time Burden (Hours)
30,754
19,756
0
10,998
0
0
Annual Cost Burden (Dollars)
1,193,094
715,502
0
477,592
0
0
Burden increases because of Program Change due to Agency Discretion:
Yes
Burden Increase Due to:
Miscellaneous Actions
Burden decreases because of Program Change due to Agency Discretion:
No
Burden Reduction Due to:
Short Statement:
There was an increase in the universe size and additional questions.
Annual Cost to Federal Government:
$1,900,000
Does this IC contain surveys, censuses, or employ statistical methods?
Yes
Part B of Supporting Statement
Does this ICR request any personally identifiable information (see
OMB Circular No. A-130
for an explanation of this term)? Please consult with your agency's privacy program when making this determination.
Yes
Does this ICR include a form that requires a Privacy Act Statement (see
5 U.S.C. §552a(e)(3)
)? Please consult with your agency's privacy program when making this determination.
Yes
Is this ICR related to the Affordable Care Act [Pub. L. 111-148 & 111-152]?
No
Is this ICR related to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, [Pub. L. 111-203]?
No
Is this ICR related to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA)?
No
Is this ICR related to the Pandemic Response?
No
Agency Contact:
Suzanne Plimpton
Common Form ICR:
No
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(a) It is necessary for the proper performance of agency functions;
(b) It avoids unnecessary duplication;
(c) It reduces burden on small entities;
(d) It uses plain, coherent, and unambiguous language that is understandable to respondents;
(e) Its implementation will be consistent and compatible with current reporting and recordkeeping practices;
(f) It indicates the retention periods for recordkeeping requirements;
(g) It informs respondents of the information called for under 5 CFR 1320.8 (b)(3) about:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
(h) It was developed by an office that has planned and allocated resources for the efficient and effective management and use of the information to be collected.
(i) It uses effective and efficient statistical survey methodology (if applicable); and
(j) It makes appropriate use of information technology.
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Certification Date:
03/20/2023
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